(SHW) Sherwin-Williams - Ratings and Ratios

Exchange: NYSE • Country: United States • Currency: USD • Type: Common Stock • ISIN: US8243481061

SHW: Paints, Coatings, Finishes, Stains, Varnishes, Adhesives

Sherwin-Williams, a leader in the coatings industry, operates through three key segments: Paint Stores Group, Consumer Brands Group, and Performance Coatings Group. The Paint Stores Group caters to professionals and DIYers with architectural paints and industrial coatings. The Consumer Brands Group offers a range of products under various brands, sold through major retailers. The Performance Coatings Group specializes in industrial applications, including automotive and protective coatings, serving diverse industries globally.

With a market cap of $92 billion, Sherwin-Williams demonstrates significant scale and stability, particularly in North America. The P/E ratio of 34.60 reflects investor confidence in future growth, while the forward P/E of 30.21 suggests expectations of sustained performance. A high P/B ratio of 22.70 underscores strong brand equity and growth prospects. The P/S ratio of 3.99 indicates efficient revenue generation relative to its market value.

The companys competitive edge lies in its diversified customer base, spanning professionals and homeowners, and its extensive global distribution network. This diversification mitigates risks and positions Sherwin-Williams for long-term growth. Investors may appreciate the balanced exposure to stable markets and innovative industrial solutions, aligning with trends in construction and manufacturing.

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SHW Stock Overview

Market Cap in USD 91,454m
Sector Basic Materials
Industry Specialty Chemicals
GiC Sub-Industry Specialty Chemicals
IPO / Inception 1985-07-01

SHW Stock Ratings

Growth 5y 75.2%
Fundamental 52.3%
Dividend 63.2%
Rel. Strength Industry 6.68
Analysts 3.76/5
Fair Price Momentum 348.84 USD
Fair Price DCF 141.72 USD

SHW Dividends

Dividend Yield 12m 0.85%
Yield on Cost 5y 2.27%
Annual Growth 5y 9.86%
Payout Consistency 100.0%

SHW Growth Ratios

Growth Correlation 3m 13.9%
Growth Correlation 12m 61.6%
Growth Correlation 5y 67.6%
CAGR 5y 21.38%
CAGR/Max DD 5y 0.50
Sharpe Ratio 12m -0.95
Alpha -7.67
Beta 0.98
Volatility 22.21%
Current Volume 1860.1k
Average Volume 20d 2053.1k
What is the price of SHW stocks?
As of March 15, 2025, the stock is trading at USD 341.78 with a total of 1,860,062 shares traded.
Over the past week, the price has changed by -6.01%, over one month by -4.02%, over three months by -6.16% and over the past year by +2.90%.
Is Sherwin-Williams a good stock to buy?
Partly, yes. Based on ValueRay Fundamental Analyses, Sherwin-Williams (NYSE:SHW) is currently (March 2025) ok to buy, but has to be watched. It has a ValueRay Fundamental Rating of 52.31 and therefor a somewhat positive outlook according to the companies health.
Based on ValueRays Analyses, Dividends and Discounted-Cash-Flow, the Fair Value of SHW as of March 2025 is 348.84. This means that SHW is currently overvalued and has a potential downside of 2.07%.
Is SHW a buy, sell or hold?
Sherwin-Williams has received a consensus analysts rating of 3.76. Therefor, it is recommend to hold SHW.
  • Strong Buy: 10
  • Buy: 5
  • Hold: 12
  • Sell: 1
  • Strong Sell: 1
What are the forecast for SHW stock price target?
According to ValueRays Forecast Model, SHW Sherwin-Williams will be worth about 385.2 in March 2026. The stock is currently trading at 341.78. This means that the stock has a potential upside of +12.69%.
Issuer Forecast Upside
Wallstreet Target Price 385 12.6%
Analysts Target Price 384.4 12.5%
ValueRay Target Price 385.2 12.7%